The Afterburn Podcast
John "Rain" Waters
Strap in the cockpit as we dive into the stories of the men and women who defend the freedoms we love. From the cockpit of military jets to boots on the ground. The Afterburn Podcast dives into their stories, the planes, and the missions.
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Feb 4, 2024 • 1h 13min
#90 Thomas “MET” Kristensen | Danish F-16 Pilot
"MET" is a career fighter pilot with over 4,000 hours in the mighty Viper. He has flown in support of Operation Allied Force, Operation Unified Protector, Operation Enduring Freedom, and Operation Inherent Resolve. He is one of Denmark's most experienced fighter pilots and author.AirCorps Aviation - If you're looking for an exciting career in the field of aviation, click here.Find "MET" Here:IG: https://www.instagram.com/f16met/?hl=enYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@f16metBooks: https://www.forfatterforedrag.dk/thomas-kristensen.htm🎙️Afterburn Podcast Sponsors🎙️Secure Your Digital Identity - Aura: https://aura.com/afterburnLaunch Your Aviation Career - BogiDope: https://bit.ly/BogiDope🚨Afterburn Podcast Links🚨Join our free weekly newsletter for insights into aviation, defense, and geo-politics - https://bit.ly/AfterburnNewsletterRain on IG - https://www.instagram.com/rainwaters27/?hl=enPodcast on IG - https://www.instagram.com/afterburnpodcast/Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@rainwaters27?lang=enFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/afterburnpodcastWebsite - https://www.theafterburnpodcast.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-afterburn-podcast8255/exclusive-contentSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-afterburn-podcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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Jan 26, 2024 • 1h 11min
#89 Louis "Shiner" Nolting - Combat Search and Rescue
Louis "Shiner" Nolting rejoins the podcast to discuss Combat Search and Rescue, the new HH-60W and more. Check out his first episode, where "Shiner" recounts his deployment to Afghanistan in 2011, where he was awarded two Distinguished Flying Crosses.Grab our newsletter - enjoy free nuggets of "wisdom," bits of history, and more - https://bit.ly/AfterburnNewsletter🚨Afterburn Podcast Links🚨Newsletter - https://bit.ly/AfterburnNewsletterContact - https://www.theafterburnpodcast.com/contactPatreon - https://www.patreon.com/theafterburnpodcast #afterburnpodcastHelp a Veteran - Guns Garin Memorial Foundation gunsgarin.com/rain 🎙️Afterburn Podcast Sponsors🎙️Launch Your Aviation Career - BogiDope: https://bit.ly/BogiDopeSecure Your Digital Identity - Aura: https://aura.com/afterburnE3 Aviation Association: https://bit.ly/E3AviationSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-afterburn-podcast8255/exclusive-contentSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-afterburn-podcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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Jan 26, 2024 • 1h 11min
Hit by Enemy Fire - Two Distinguished Flying Crosses - Louis "Shiner" Nolting (#17 Rebroadcast)
This is a rebroadcast from episode 17 when "Shiner" joined the podcast to share his story. We dive deep into his two Distinguished Flying Crosses which he was awarded.Grab our newsletter - enjoy free nuggets of "wisdom," bits of history, and more - https://bit.ly/AfterburnNewsletter🚨Afterburn Podcast Links🚨Newsletter - https://bit.ly/AfterburnNewsletterContact - https://www.theafterburnpodcast.com/contactPatreon - https://www.patreon.com/theafterburnpodcast #afterburnpodcastHelp a Veteran - Guns Garin Memorial Foundation gunsgarin.com/rain 🎙️Afterburn Podcast Sponsors🎙️Launch Your Aviation Career - BogiDope: https://bit.ly/BogiDopeSecure Your Digital Identity - Aura: https://aura.com/afterburnE3 Aviation Association: https://bit.ly/E3AviationSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-afterburn-podcast8255/exclusive-contentSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-afterburn-podcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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Jan 15, 2024 • 44min
#88 Justin "ALF" Dumais | F-16 Fighter Pilot - Olympic Athlete
"Alf" is a career fighter pilot and former Olympic athlete. We sat down at the annual Guns Garin Memorial Golf Tournament to chat F-16, Air Force, and "Guns" Garin.Help a Veteran - Guns Garin Memorial Foundation gunsgarin.com/rain 🎙️Afterburn Podcast Links🎙️Newsletter - https://bit.ly/AfterburnNewsletterContact - https://www.theafterburnpodcast.com/contact🚨 Support the Podcast 🚨Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/theafterburnpodcastTAP Gear - https://shop.theafterburnpodcast.com/ TAP SponsorsLaunch Your Aviation Career - BogiDope: https://bit.ly/BogiDopeSecure Your Digital Identity - Aura: https://aura.com/afterburnE3 Aviation Association: https://bit.ly/E3AviationSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-afterburn-podcast8255/exclusive-contentSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-afterburn-podcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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Jan 8, 2024 • 22min
Lowdown 8 Jan 24 - Japan Airlines Collision | B-1 Crew Ejects | TSA Director Arrested | Houthi Drone Boats
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Jan 1, 2024 • 2h 16min
#87 Cody Alford - USMC Special Operations - MARSOC - Entrepreneur
Cody is a former Marine Raider turned entrepreneur. Cody opens up about his raw and intense experiences, from violent missions to the daily struggles with military bureaucracy. We'll dive into the founding of MARSOC, the special operations branch of the Marine Corps, and hear Cody's candid thoughts on military leadership, the impact of service on personal life, and his unexpected transition to civilian life.With unflinching honesty, Cody details his personal battles, from being on the KIA list to the psychological toll of warfare, and recounts a particularly harrowing encounter during the battle of Fallujah. Beyond the battlefield, Cody confronts societal issues, including his views on media influence and the need to foster critical thinking in our youth.Find Cody here: https://wedefythenorm.com/or IG @thecodyalford🎙️Afterburn Podcast Links🎙️Newsletter - https://bit.ly/AfterburnNewsletterContact - https://www.theafterburnpodcast.com/contactHelp a Veteran - Guns Garin Memorial Foundation gunsgarin.com/rain 🚨 Support the Podcast 🚨Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/theafterburnpodcastTAP Gear - https://shop.theafterburnpodcast.com/ TAP SponsorsLaunch Your Aviation Career - BogiDope: https://bit.ly/BogiDopeSecure Your Digital Identity - Aura: https://aura.com/afterburnE3 Aviation Association: https://bit.ly/E3AviationSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-afterburn-podcast8255/exclusive-contentSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-afterburn-podcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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Dec 22, 2023 • 19min
Lowdown 22 Dec 2023 - Battle of Takur Ghar | North Korean Missile Launch | Air Force Pilot Bonus | F-15SGs to Gaum?
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Dec 18, 2023 • 1h 28min
#86 Mike "Pako" Benitez | B-21 Raider First Flight | What's the F-15EX Plan? | F-22 / F-35 Modernization
Mike "Pako" Benitez rejoins for episode 86 @AfterburnPodcast . "Pako" is a former Marine turned F-15E Weapon System Officer. He hosts @TheMergeMedia Podcast and Merge Newsletter 👉 https://www.themerge.co/Don't be left out; grab the Lowdown newsletter 👉 https://bit.ly/AfterburnNewsletter 🎙️Afterburn Podcast Links🎙️ Newsletter - https://bit.ly/AfterburnNewsletterContact - https://www.theafterburnpodcast.com/contact 🚨 Support the Podcast 🚨 Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/theafterburnpodcast TAP Gear - https://shop.theafterburnpodcast.com/TAP Sponsors Launch Your Aviation Career - BogiDope: https://bit.ly/BogiDope Secure Your Digital Identity - Aura: https://aura.com/afterburnE3 Aviation Association: https://bit.ly/E3Aviation🔊 Listen 🔊Apple - https://apple.co/3dLradT Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3SAeSUr✈️Afterburn Socials ✈️ Rain on IG - https://www.instagram.com/rainwaters27/?hl=en TAP IG - https://www.instagram.com/afterburnpodcast/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/afterburnpodcastWebsite - https://www.theafterburnpodcast.com/00:00 Podcast challenges led to valuable insights.06:19 Creating podcast by reading saved round content.13:15 Viper chased by F-16 near B-21 bomber.18:53 Struggles with software, code, and electric vehicles.22:02 Air force needs more bombers, currently insufficient.30:17 F 35, X 35, X 32, X planes.32:28 Rapidly iterate to restore defense industry technology.37:38 Dubai air show 2017: diverse demonstrations, aircraft deals.45:41 Ship briefing rooms expanded due to complications.51:15 Controversy over aircraft acquisition in military budget.52:57 Guard wants funding for aircraft sustainment and upgrades.59:51 Affordable mass production with autonomy replaces manned elements.01:04:09 Continuing resolution keeps spending and government working.01:12:36 Combat capable, but need costly upgrades - Congress.01:13:27 Raptor is easy to fly, but tactical training.01:18:32 Adaptive engine can address some problems.01:25:04 Person recounts daring rescue mission from past.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-afterburn-podcast8255/exclusive-contentSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-afterburn-podcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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Dec 12, 2023 • 24min
Lowdown 12 Dec - Pardo's Push | Van's Aircraft Bankrupt | DoD Grounds All Ospreys | Franken F-35
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Dec 1, 2023 • 14min
Lowdown 1 Dec - Fatal Skydiving Accident | AC-130J Hammers Militants | Pirates Captured
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